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After Asia Mall success, Asia Village coming to Blaine's Northtown Mall
BLAINE, Minnesota — Since Asia Mall's opening in Eden Prairie in 2022, it's become a one-stop shop for Asian-inspired shopping and dining. "When the Asia Mall opened up after the pandemic, it was a gamble... but it's been met with terrific success," said Michael Bui, who owns several restaurants inside Asia Mall.
This Twin Cities suburb is expanding its own spin on Bourbon Street
Break out the plastic cups: Anoka's boozy outdoor social district is back.Why it matters: The expanded pilot program returns for a second year on Wednesday and is the first state-sanctioned effort to bring Bourbon Street's sip-and-stroll vibe to Minnesota.What's new: Residents and visitors to the north metro suburb will be able to drink alcoholic beverages outdoors in a designated section of the city's downtown and riverfront park district for five months this year, instead of the one allowed in 2023.City officials also expanded the boundaries of the district and scheduled concerts, food trucks, and other outdoor events.What they're saying: Boosters...
Matthew Thomas Lyrek faces 11 charges in confrontation with Wright County deputies
Matthew Thomas Lyrek appeared in Wright County district court Monday, where he was charged in connection with a confrontation with Sheriff’s deputies outside the Dollar General store in Montrose. According to the criminal complaint prosecutors unveiled Monday, Lyrek faces 11 criminal charges related to the April 15 incident at...
MHS prom proves to be ‘A Roaring Good Time’
MONTICELLO — Monticello High School upperclassmen had “A Roaring Good Time” last Saturday at the prom. Approximately 435 students from the junior and senior classes attended the annual spring event, which had a Roaring 20s theme this year. According to MHS teacher Jessie Teigland, one of the prom advisors, a prom committee made up of 46 junior and senior volunteers worked hard to develop a theme, pick the music, design...
Mock crash highlights dangers of reckless driving
MONTICELLO — Monticello High School’s junior and senior classes were confronted with the harsh realities of drinking and driving during a mock car crash last week. Held Wednesday afternoon, April 24, just days before prom, the staged event was intended to bring awareness to the dangers of reckless driving — and aimed to give students pause before partaking in their own prom-night festivities. “Our goal was to provide a learning...
Children's Minnesota doctors use state-of-art tech to remove teen's tumor
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - In many ways, Peter Streit is a typical teenager. But with everything he has been through over the last 8 months, a return to ordinary life is a welcome development. "I don't really remember most of it. It's a bit blurry in my memory," said the...
A safe place to stay
Editor’s note: This article mentions domestic violence. Six metro-based organizations are rounding up animal lovers who can foster a dog or a cat caught in a domestic violence situation for up to 72 hours. Fosters will be provided food, a fostering help hotline, toys and anything else needed to take care. People just need to have space their home for a short-term four-legged guest. “What we’re really looking for are...
Maple Grove Police Department to Host Teen Police Academy in June to Foster Youth Engagement
In a move to tighten the bond between law enforcement and the youth, the Maple Grove Police Department is launching a Teen Police Academy this summer. Announced on May 1st, the program invites local teens aged 14 to 18 to dive into the ins and outs of police work during a week-long crash course scheduled for the afternoons of June 10 to 14.
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